Louisiana Sugarcane

Louisiana Sugarcane Louisiana Sugarcane is farmed in 25 Louisiana parishes.
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Louisiana Sugarcane is an outlet providing information to the public about the Louisiana sugarcane industry. Sponsored by the American Sugar Cane League, the group is a non-profit organization of Louisiana sugar cane growers and processors. Incorporated in 1922, the Louisiana sugar industry was, at that time, threatened with extinction by cane diseases. The primary purpose of the organization at i

ts inception was to provide the industry with an adequate research program to combat the decline of sugar cane yields. Today, the League's main functions continue to be research, along with legislation, product promotion, education and public relations.

Every successful crop is supported by a team, and one group that often works behind the scenes is Louisiana's crop consu...
08/05/2026

Every successful crop is supported by a team, and one group that often works behind the scenes is Louisiana's crop consultants.

This month's Farm & Ranch column introduces readers to Denise Wright, executive director of the Louisiana Agricultural Consultants Association, whose career has been dedicated to helping growers succeed.

Learn how crop consultants work alongside farmers, researchers and industry partners to help Louisiana growers make informed decisions and strengthen our state's sugar industry through collaboration.
🔗 https://www.amscl.org/sugar-news/a-common-goal/

Louisiana's sugarcane growers are joining sugarbeet producers from across the country this week at the American Sugar Al...
08/05/2026

Louisiana's sugarcane growers are joining sugarbeet producers from across the country this week at the American Sugar Alliance Symposium to discuss the future of American sugar production.
American Sugar Cane League Treasurer Patrick Frischhertz is helping represent Louisiana's sugarcane industry at the annual meeting. While there, he joined RFD-TV alongside a sugarbeet farmer to discuss the importance of fair trade, strong sugar policy and the challenges facing producers.

The symposium also features presentations from USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden and other federal officials, giving producers the opportunity to discuss sugar policy and other issues impacting the industry.

🎥 Hear Patrick's perspective in his interview with RFD-TV:
https://www.rfdtv.com/american-sugar-producers-push-for...

Research may have been the focus of the St. Martinville Field Day, but the day began with a meaningful tradition.Before ...
08/01/2026

Research may have been the focus of the St. Martinville Field Day, but the day began with a meaningful tradition.

Before the presentations got underway, a local priest offered a blessing of the crop, praying for a safe planting season, a successful harvest and the farmers and families who make Louisiana's sugarcane industry possible.

It's a reminder that field days aren't just about sharing the latest research. They're also about celebrating the people, traditions and communities that have sustained Louisiana agriculture for generations.

For more than 40 years, Kyle Trosclair has helped Louisiana sugarcane farmers embrace new technology and move the indust...
07/31/2026

For more than 40 years, Kyle Trosclair has helped Louisiana sugarcane farmers embrace new technology and move the industry forward.

At the St. James Parish Appreciation Dinner, Kyle was honored with the 2026 Outstanding Service Award.

From his humble beginnings as a mechanic's assistant in Thibodaux to becoming a trusted advisor on sugarcane equipment, Kyle has worked alongside generations of growers.

His expertise has helped farmers adopt advances like the 90-inch row growing system, billet planting and split-stool fertilization, and his passion for innovation has taken him around the world to exchange ideas with sugarcane industries in countries such as Brazil and Thailand.

Known within John Deere as an ambassador for sugarcane machinery, Kyle has visited nearly every sugarcane field in Louisiana and remains a trusted resource for growers across the state.

Congratulations to Kyle on this well-deserved honor. We also thank Jesse Lopez for accepting the award on his behalf and Renee Naquin for making sure we did get a picture with him.

This year's field day season gave sugarcane growers something new: the opportunity to see research in two additional reg...
07/30/2026

This year's field day season gave sugarcane growers something new: the opportunity to see research in two additional regions of the cane belt.

With sugarcane now being grown at the LSU AgCenter's research stations in Alexandria and Jeanerette, researchers can evaluate how different soils and growing conditions affect production. That means research that is even more relevant to growers across Louisiana.

One project featured at the Jeanerette field day focused on variable rate fertilizer technology, which could help farmers use nitrogen more efficiently and reduce one of their biggest production costs.

🔗 Learn more here:
https://www.lsuagcenter.com/articles/page1785167593820

The devastating flood from Tropical Storm Arthur in Avoyelles and St. Landry parishes left a trail of damage across Lou...
07/29/2026

The devastating flood from Tropical Storm Arthur in Avoyelles and St. Landry parishes left a trail of damage across Louisiana agriculture, affecting farmers who grow a wide range of crops.

During last week's field days, LSU AgCenter experts shared preliminary estimates showing sugarcane sustained approximately $22 million in losses. While that is significant, many sugarcane fields had grown tall enough that researchers are hopeful much of the crop will recover.

These damage assessments are more than just numbers. They help document the impact of the disaster and provide critical information as farmers seek assistance through crop insurance and disaster relief programs.

Our thoughts remain with every producer working to recover from this historic flooding.

Even as Louisiana's 2026 sugarcane crop continues to grow, some growers are already planting for 2027.During his present...
07/28/2026

Even as Louisiana's 2026 sugarcane crop continues to grow, some growers are already planting for 2027.

During his presentation at last week's field days, Dr. Kenneth Gravois shared a photo taken July 20 showing that planting season had already begun in parts of the cane belt.

These beautiful photos from James Newton of Bunkie show that work is well underway.

While one crop is still growing, the next is already going into the ground. That's the year-round cycle of Louisiana sugarcane farming.

A lifetime of leadership and service to Louisiana's sugarcane industry was recognized at this year's Assumption Parish F...
07/25/2026

A lifetime of leadership and service to Louisiana's sugarcane industry was recognized at this year's Assumption Parish Field Day.

The Assumption Parish Achievement Award was presented to Chris Mattingly, honoring a career that has helped shape Louisiana agriculture for decades.

After earning a degree in agronomy from LSU in 1976, Chris began his career with Dugan LeBlanc's farming operation, where he worked with a 3,500-acre sugarcane enterprise. He later became a fifth-generation employee of Lula Westfield, retiring as CEO in 2021 after years of dedicated leadership.

His service extended well beyond his career. Chris has shared his time and expertise with the American Sugar Cane League, Louisiana Farm Bureau, the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists and numerous community organizations. He has also served on the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church council and supported local food bank and church projects.

Chris and his wife, Heidi, are the proud parents of two children and five grandchildren.

Congratulations to Chris Mattingly on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for a lifetime of leadership, service and dedication to Louisiana agriculture.

One of the best parts of the Assumption Parish Field Day is seeing our young farmers being recognized for their hard wor...
07/23/2026

One of the best parts of the Assumption Parish Field Day is seeing our young farmers being recognized for their hard work.

This year,’s winner of the U.B. Simoneaux goes to third generation sugarcane farmer Porter Peltier. Porter began working on his family’s farm as a field hand at the age of 20. He worked his way up to assistant manager of the farm.

His focus includes the upcoming weather, mapping and the hard work of making the farm operation a success. He is also a proud girl dad to a 17 month old daughter and is currently awaiting the arrival of twins.

That means he will be the dad of three children—all under the age of two!!

Congratulations to the entire Peltier family.

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